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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

Randy ST. GODDARD – Drunk Driving

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual with impaired operation. 

On February 11, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment observed a dangerous maneuver by a motorist requiring the officers to take evasive measures to avoid a collision. A short time later, officers located the suspect vehicle and driver.

As a result of the investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol/drug. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Dryden Detachment OPP Detachment for further testing.

Randy ST. GODDARD, 69-years-old, of Dryden, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·         Operation while impaired by blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·         Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·         Dangerous operation

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on April 15, 2025.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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Grimsby OPP Police Press Releases

Carolann TOST – Drunk Driving, Etc.

(GRIMSBY, ON) – A driver was arrested and charged criminally after driving approximately 20 km in the wrong direction on the QEW from Hamilton to Grimsby.

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 2:43am, members from the Burlington and Niagara OPP Detachments began receiving calls from the public of a vehicle driving the wrong way on the QEW in the Toronto bound lanes from Nikola Tesla Blvd in Hamilton.

An Officer from the Burlington detachment, driving the proper direction with traffic travelling in the Fort Erie bound lanes of the QEW was able to catch up to the wrong-way vehicle near Christie St in Grimsby as it continued to drive Fort Erie bound in the Toronto bound lanes.

The Officer was able to get the attention of the driver using their emergency equipment and the vehicle then turned around. A second OPP Officer from the Niagara detachment was able to locate the vehicle and stop it near Casablanca Blvd.

As a result of the investigation, Carolann TOST, age 54, from Hamilton has been charged with:

·      Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

·      Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·      Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)

·      Drive Motor Vehicle – No Licence

·      Novice Driver – B.A.C. Above Zero

The accused was released from custody and is set to appear on March 17th, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice, St. Catharines.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. The OPP relies on the public to report crime. Impaired driving is a serious crime that should be treated no differently. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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LAURENTIAN HILLS OPP Police Press Releases

Gordon STEWART – Drunk Driving

(LAURENTIAN HILLS, ON) – A driver is facing Criminal Code (CC) charges after a two-vehicle collision in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On February 9, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., the UOV OPP responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 17 in Laurentian Hills. Investigation found that a westbound pickup truck sideswiped an eastbound tractor trailer near Meilleurs Road. The driver of the pickup truck sustained minor injuries. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. 

As a result of this incident 79-year-old Gordon STEWART of Laurentian Hills has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke March 10, 2025. 

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OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

Mariano SALVATI – Drunk Driving

(PETAWAWA, ON) – A Township of Laurentian Valley (TLV) resident is facing Criminal Code (CC) impaired driving charges after an incident in the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment area.

On February 8, 2025, at approximately 2:30 a.m., members of the UOV OPP responded after a possible impaired driver was reported in Petawawa.  Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop on Pembroke Street West in TLV. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. 

As a result of this incident 25-year-old Mariano SALVATI has been charged with the following CC offences:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on March 3, 2025. 

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Brent Christopher REMY Was Arrested

(ESSA, ON)- The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person in connection to a stolen vehicle located in the Township of Essa.

On February 11, 2025, shortly before 11:00 p.m., Nottawasaga OPP officers were conducting general patrols in the area of Massey Street in Angus when officers received an Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) alert on a black Kia Seltos returning as stolen out of Hamilton.

Officers located a lone male party near the vehicle and investigated. Upon completion of the investigation, the male party was placed under arrest.

Brent Christopher REMY, a 42-year-old, male of Toronto was charged with the following:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada- Two Counts

The accused has been released and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 20 2025.

If you have any information in relation to this investigation, please call the Nottawasaga OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122, Report Number (E250173976). You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Aalaa ABDELGADIR Was Arrested – Details Released

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Two individuals have been arrested after a drug investigation by the East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) into drug trafficking in the Quinte West area. 

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region CSCU, assisted by the East Region Tactics and Rescue Unit, Emergency Response Team, OPP Canine Unit and Quinte West OPP officers, executed a search warrant on Nash Road in Courtice.  

Two people were arrested at the scene. Officers seized over $20,000 in cash, a cash counter, cellular phones and other items typically associated with drug trafficking.

Daniel LEWIS, aged 30 from Courtice, has been charged with: 

  • Traffick in Schedule I substance
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

Aalaa ABDELGADIR, aged 26 of Ottawa, has been charged with one count of possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000. 

Both the accused have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on March 13, 2025. 

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OPP Police Press Releases St Clair St. Clair

John BRADSHAW – Drunk Driving

(ST. CLAIR TOWNSHIP, ON) – On February 11, 2025, just after 10:00 a.m., while conducting general patrol, a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop on Highway 40, north of Holt Line, St. Clair Township.

As a result of the investigation, John BRADSHAW, 44-year-old of Wallaceburg, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Dangerous operation

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on March 10, 2025, in the City of Sarnia.

The Lambton County OPP remains committed to taking impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. If you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

BAILEY Arrested Again!

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Officers from the Dufferin County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recently charged a prohibited driver with multiple criminal offences.

On February 10, 2025, members of the Dufferin County OPP were patrolling the area of Fourth Ave, in the Town of Orangeville. A traffic stop was initiated due to the absence of a front license plate. Upon approach and after an initial interaction, it was discovered that a fictitious name was given. An investigation revealed that the true driver of the motor vehicle was driving while prohibited.

Sanjay BAILEY, a 24-year-old male from Dundalk has been charged with:

·      Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code

·      Adult Obstruct Peace Officer

·      Adult Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation or any other criminal activity is asked to contact Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Anik KARMIJEE – Drunk Driving

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A vehicle discovered in ditch has resulted in a driver being charged with impaired operation.

On February 3, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were proactively patrolling County Road 22 when they discovered a vehicle several meters off the shoulder of the roadway. Further investigation led to an Approved Screening Device being utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Anik KARMIJEE, age 55 from Prince Edward County, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 19, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Jacqueline EDDY – Impaired Driving

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A traffic complaint has resulted in a driver being charged with impaired operation.

On February 9, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a possible impaired driver on Gardenville Road. Further investigation led to an Approved Screening Device being utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Jacqueline EDDY, age 46 from Prince Edward County, was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Fail or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 26, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Travis GRAHAM Was Arrested – Details Released

(Prince Edward County, ON) – Members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged an individual as a result of a traffic stop.

On January 31, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on County Road 49.

As a result of the investigation, Travis GRAHAM, age 34 from Belleville, was arrested and charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Speeding
  • Possession of unmarked cigarettes

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on February 19, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Gordon BROUGH – Drunk Driving

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – A Tuesday late-night RIDE program by members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) resulted in one driver being arrested.

Officers were conducting a RIDE program on County Road 10 at County Road 22 at 3:00 a.m. on February 12, 2025. During the RIDE, officers conducted a test on one driver with the Approved Screening Device. As a result, the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Gordon BROUGH, age 45 of Prince Edward County has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive commercial motor vehicle – no licence

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on March 5, 2025. They also had their driver’s license suspended for a period of 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. 

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ATIKAMEKSHENG FIRST NATION OPP Police Press Releases

Robert NOOTCHITAI – Drunk Driving

(ATIKAMEKSHENG FIRST NATION, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged the driver of a parked vehicle with impaired driving.

On February 11, 2025, at approximately 10:25 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a traffic complaint of a vehicle parked in the middle of the roadway on Reserve Road, Atikameksheng First Nation.

The vehicle was located, and the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to an OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Robert NOOTCHITAI, 58 years-of-age, from Atikameksheng First Nation, was charged with,

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on March 12, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases

$1,000 In Baby Formula Stolen From Kincardine – Photos Released

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On February 11, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft from a business in the area of Durham Street and Highway 21, Municipality of Kincardine.

At approximately 6:50 p.m., two males were observed in the store before stealing approximately $1,000 of baby formula, then departing in a red & tan coloured pick-up truck with a burnt out drivers side headlight.

The individuals are described as the following:

  • Middle eastern, mid 20’s, average height, slim build, unshaven, short dark hair, blue puffy jacket, grey hoodie with a black hood.
  • Middle eastern, 30’s, average heigh, medium build, short black hair, close shaven beard, black jacket

If you have any information on this matter, or any dash camera footage from the area at that time, please contact the OPP.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon GYORI – Drunk Driving

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – One person has been charged with impaired driving following a collision in Kingsville.

On February 11, 2025, at approximately 7:05 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Kingsville Detachment, responded to a motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of Kingsville. 

Brandon GYORI, 27-years-old of Blandford-Blenheim, was arrested and charged with the following offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Dangerous Operation

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s License Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on February 19, 2025.

The safety of our community is paramount, and we will continue to enforce impaired driving laws to keep our roads safe. “Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility”. 

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs of alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).